Special air-quality warnings, statements across Canada from Prairies wildfire smoke
NORTHERN ONTARIO, AUG 2 – Smoke from Prairie wildfires pushed to surface by high-pressure system causes health risks across northern Ontario with air quality index reaching high risk levels, Environment Canada said.
- Smoke from wildfires is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility across large parts of Canada, spanning from British Columbia to Quebec.
- Environment Canada has issued air quality warnings and statements, with the most severe impacts in northern Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories.
- The agency recommends limiting time outdoors and rescheduling outdoor activities, as the poor air quality can cause respiratory issues.
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Special air-quality warnings, statements across Canada from Prairies wildfire smoke (Canada)
Wildfire smoke from the Prairies has prompted special air-quality statements and warnings across the country Saturday. Smoke from forest fires is causing reduced visibility and poor air quality that is expected to persist into Sunday for some areas, according to Environment Canada. The statements sp...

Special air-quality statement for northern Ontario from Prairies wildfire smoke
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Air quality warnings issued across Canada due to wildfire smoke from Prairies
Wildfire smoke from the Prairies has prompted special air-quality statements and warnings across the country Saturday. Smoke from forest fires is causing reduced visibility and poor air quality that is expected to persist into Sunday for some areas, according to Environment Canada. The statements span across the country stretching from eastern British Columbia and into western Quebec, varying in severity. Parts of the Northwest Territories, Sask…
Air Quality Statement (Agawa – Lake Superior Park) – Wawa-news.com
Aug 2, 2025 at 06:43 3:52 AM EDT Saturday 2 August 2025 Special Air Quality Statement in effect for: Agawa – Lake Superior Park Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. Smoke from forest fires over the Prairies is expected to affect much of northern Ontario today. The smoke ...
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